Chinese folding fan, a symbol of grace and a piece of art in its own right, has established itself deep in the national psyche. It’s not just something to drive away the summer heat, but a portable piece of art almost every detail of which is dictated by the sensibilities of Chinese literati group.
A five-episode documentary series, Better China, Better Life, each episode of which focuses on China's technological applications, the coordinated development between its eastern and western regions, environmental protection, the development of foreign trade and rural vitalization, has been airing on video-sharing platform Mango TV since Monday.
Hu Jue's ongoing exhibition Blow Towards the Sky at the Young Art Museum in Shanghai through Aug 26, presents his unique vocabulary of art built over the years since he attended the Xi'an Academy of Fine Arts in Shaanxi province.
A joint calligraphy exhibition at Hong Kong City Hall, until Tuesday, introduces to the audience the history and cultural lineage of Zhejiang which has been enriched by the river. On show are works by Yang Xiaojun, a noted calligrapher from Fuyang district, along the river, and his disciple Zhao Yu.
Li Fushun's ongoing exhibition at the National Art Museum of China is a display of dozens of ink paintings derived from his extensive travels around the country over the years.
The Sky, Still That Sky produced by the Henan Provincial Drama Arts Center will stage the work in late August, followed by a national tour.
The new edition celebrating the Paris Summer Olympics will be unveiled at La Seine Musicale on Aug 8.
For many visitors, Muztagh Ata, the "Father of Ice Mountains" in Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, is appealing for its stunning scenery. However, for Li Yuan, the mountain vistas are both a passion and a purpose.
Work on the Jiankou section of the Great Wall takes a new approach to restoring its former beauty.
The essence and luster of nature are transformed into stylish, practical garments that are deeply symbolic to the Dong ethnic group of Guizhou province, Lin Qi reports.
In a harmonious fusion of the East and the West, Chinese guzheng (ancient zither) virtuoso Chang Jing captivates audiences worldwide with her unique style. Last December, commissioned by streaming service Apple Music, Chang adapted three of Claude Debussy's enchanting compositions: Reverie (Daydream), Clair de Lune (Moonlight) and Reflets dans l'eau (Reflections in the Water).
Beijing Central Axis runs north-south through the heart of the old city of Beijing, totaling 7.8 kilometers in length.